Published in Plowline·Jan 19A Time for Resilience is NOWEmotional Exhaustion- Post Pandemic It’s been three years since the pandemic of 2020. These past few years have shown us that we exist in unpredictable times. The virus has changed our lives in ways we could never have imagined — from how we work and relearn to socialize and travel…Resilience9 min readResilience9 min read
Published in Plowline·Dec 1, 2022A.L.O.H.A- An Indigenous Framework to Guide Complex ConversationsCommunication is vital to our teams, business, and organizational health. What is misunderstood about communication is the tools to effectively communicate with others, especially when the topic is sensitive or complex. …Effective Communication8 min readEffective Communication8 min read
Nov 28, 2022I often think that this is what is wrong with the world.11Kay Blue RoseI believe you are correct, Kay Blue Rose.I believe you are correct, Kay Blue Rose. The world is projecting its dark shadows onto the rest of the world. We need to heal, collectively. Thank you for reading my article.1 min read1 min read
Published in Plowline·Nov 21, 2022Embracing the Shadows of Our BeingStepping into the shadow part of myself gives me the gift to explore the fears and anxieties that have kept me from reaching wholeness. This sacred work is a time of reflection that brings the pieces of my life back into alignment with my vision and hope for a transformed…Shadow Work7 min readShadow Work7 min read
Published in Plowline·Nov 18, 2022Addressing the Racist History of our Country begins with Relationship and AlohaIn a polarized world facing compounding societal crises, organizational leaders must start talking about things that matter. On Wednesday night, my husband, Jeremy, facilitated training in Stanwood, WA, on colonization and its continual impact on people of color today. His audience was white women. If you are not familiar with…4 min read4 min read
Published in Plowline·Nov 4, 2022Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: How Did We Get Here?We continue to witness many organizations mandating policies that have adopted a plethora of acronyms: Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion can now be known as E.D.I. or D.E.I., D.E.B.I., adding in Belonging, J.E.D.I. for Justice, I.D.E.A for Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility, and now R.I.D.E for Race, Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity…Doctrine Of Discovery12 min readDoctrine Of Discovery12 min read
Aug 30, 2022Lost, Found, and Online Bullying: A Story about Zoe, a West Highland TerrierOn August 6, 2022, at 4:30 AM, I left my house, heading to my son’s place. It was the beginning of an exciting day. That morning, my daughter-in-law would be delivering our granddaughter, our third grandchild. As I pulled out of the driveway, Josh Tatofi, a Polynesian singer/songwriter with a…11 min read11 min read
Published in Plowline·Aug 10, 2022Developing a Meaningful Land Acknowledgement for your OrganizationIn light of recent news regarding the travesties of Native American boarding schools, more business owners in the U.S. and Canada want to know how to support Indigenous communities. One way to do this is through native land acknowledgment: a public statement to honor the land’s previous residents and caretakers. …7 min read7 min read
Published in Plowline·Jan 18, 2022Lateral Oppression- The Toxic Nature of the Colonized MindAuthor: Dr. Gerry Ebalaroza-Tunnell — Co3 Consulting, LLC What is lateral violence? From limited online information, “Lateral Violence” or “Lateral Oppression” occurs when women of color turn on each other utilizing colonized tools and behaviors normalized within workplaces, community groups, and social settings. These ‘behaviors of success’ have deep roots…Lateral Violence3 min readLateral Violence3 min read
Published in Plowline·Jan 6, 2022The Evolution of AloHāALOHA! We’ve all heard this word before and understand it means a few things in the Hawaiian language. If you believe this word means hello, goodbye, and love, you would be correct; from a certain point of view. But! …Aloha15 min readAloha15 min read
